This course delves into the connection between water, climate change, and how living organisms adapt to these shifts. It also explores concepts related to agriculture, food, and food sovereignty. Additionally, it introduces a range of online games that enhance the integration and practical application of the developing conceptual knowledge.
Education on climate change: water and soil
Education on climate change: water and soil
This course is part of Climate change education Specialization
Taught in English
Instructors: Emma Naslud-Hadley
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals
Beginner level
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6 hours (approximately)
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What you'll learn
Identify the relationship between water, climate change, and the adaptation of living organisms.
Recognize the connection between nutrition, cultivation, and climate change.
Identify climate change adaptation strategies, risks, and potential threats.
Conduct an analysis of existing hazards to the school environment, identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities.
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5 quizzes
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals
Beginner level
Recommended experience
6 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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This course is part of the Climate change education Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
This course delves into the connection between water, climate change, and how living organisms adapt to these shifts. It also explores concepts related to agriculture, food, and food sovereignty. Additionally, it introduces a range of online games that enhance the integration and practical application of the developing conceptual knowledge.
What's included
3 readings1 discussion prompt
This module explores concepts related to the water cycle and how human actions at individual and global levels impact this cycle. Additionally, it describes the primary consequences of these actions. Furthermore, it delves into how living organisms adapt to climate change. Threats and risks associated with environmental challenges are presented, along with the proposal for creating a plan to mitigate threats within the school.
What's included
4 videos14 readings2 quizzes4 discussion prompts
In this module, concepts related to nutrition and soil are developed. Additionally, different forms and types of cultivation and their relationship with climate change are described. Concepts related to balanced nutrition, culture, and food sovereignty are also addressed.
What's included
4 videos20 readings3 quizzes2 discussion prompts
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